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Introduction
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Work Based Learning involves following a study programme centred on your role at work (past or present, paid or voluntary). With guidance from specially trained Middlesex University academics you have the chance to assess the nature of your jobs and complete assignments based on what you are learning from work.
By analysing your skills and knowledge in this way you will be able to enhance your organisation – so Work Based Learning has much to offer employers as well as students. For this reason jobs and career-related areas are a natural focus for this innovative way of studying. You could apply the same academic process to interests and skills from other areas of your life.
Every WBS programme is as unique as the person who creates it. Unlike a conventional university qualification, we offer a customised approach. This enables you to specialise WBS or include some taught courses from other university subject areas. The programme is designed by you based on your interests and needs. Changes or addition can be made in negotiation with your university advisor.
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From September 2007 onwards, there have been changes to the core modules where four modules have been reviewed and revalidated to comply with the University’s New Learning Framework. This will only affect students who join our programmes starting from the academic year of 2007/8.
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| Undergraduate WBS Programme |
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| BA (Hons) in Work Based Learning Studies(Reg. No.: 250471) |
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| WBS Core Modules |
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| WBS2803 Recognition and Accreditation of Learning (RAL) |
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WBS2802 Recognition and Accreditation of Learning (RAL), previously worth 10 credits, has been renamed and upgraded to WBS 2803 RAL and is now worth 15 credit.
The purpose of this study module is to help you to gain academic credit from your prior learning. We will enable you to reflect on past experience and prepare a portfolio, which illustrates your key learning achievements. The portfolio will be assessed and your learning will be awarded with academic credit. You can then use this credit to form the basis of up to two thirds of your Work Based Learning Studies programme.
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| WBS2812 Work Based Learning Programme Planning |
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WBS2811 Programme Planning, previously worth 10 credits, has been renamed and upgraded to WBS2812 and is now worth 15 credits.
The overall design and title of your programme is worded out in this study module. We will work with you to think through your learning aim and requirements. These will be written into a “Learning Agreement”, which will be considered for approval by the University and where appropriate together with your employer or sponsors' endorsement.
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| WBS3835 Work Based Learning Project Planning and Development |
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WBS3825 Research Methods, previously worth 10 credits, has been renamed and upgraded to WBS3835 and is now worth 30 credits.
This study module outlines a range of methods that can be used to research issues in the workplace, to undertake group activities and to produce a research portfolio for assessment. In this module, students develop a Learning Diary, and some Research & Development Materials and Notes, as an on-going record of insights gained about research, and develop a proposal for their work based projects.
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| WBS 3841/42 Work Based Learning Project |
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Your approach to the project will be determined by your programme aim. You may opt to undertake two Work Based projects. Students have used this option to innovate their work based systems and contribute to their professional fields.
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Optional: Additional Courses
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You may include a range of complimentary taught university or professional courses into your programme.
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MA Work Based Learning Studies (Reg. No. 250470)
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| - MA in Work Based Learning Studies (Doing Business in China) |
| - MA in Work Based Learning Studies (Consultancy, NLP in Training and Coaching) |
| - MA in Work Based Learning Studies (Coaching, Training and Development) |
| - MA in Work Based Learning Studies (Counselling) |
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WBS Core Modules
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WBS4802 Recognition and Accreditation of Prior Learning (RAL)
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This study module provides the opportunity to compile a claim for academic credits; based on learning the student has already obtained. Some of the learning may be from course attended, but the claim is likely to be focused on experiential learning gained from work or other experiences. The learning should be rationalised in relation to the award sought and is presented in a portfolio.
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| WBS4811 Work Based Learning Programme Planning |
This study module provides the opportunity for students to plan their own customised programme of Work Based Learning Studies. It situates students as self-managed learners with considerable knowledge about the learning they already have and what outcomes they aim to achieve through their programme of study. The programme should be based upon their own knowledge and learning, and meet the needs of the student, employer, and the University.
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| WBS4835 Work Based Learning Project Planning and Development |
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WBS4825 Research Methods, which used to be worth 20 credits, has been renamed and upgraded to WBS4835 and is now worth 30 credits.
The main aim of the module is to provide an overview on the research process, including discussions on different research families, approaches and techniques. It will also elaborate the approach to designing a research proposal and explore on the ethical and resourcing issues of Work Based research. After completing the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and practical issues in Work Based research and methodologies, design and effective Work Based research proposal, and critically reflect upon one's own learning and its applications.
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WBS 4861 Work Based Learning Project
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The Work Based project will be unique in each instance in terms of its aim(s), and the student will be required to demonstrate knowledge, skills and achievements in the designated Work Based activity. The rationale, aim and objectives of the project would have been drawn up by the individual student in their “Programme Plan”.
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| Doctorate in Professional Studies Programme (Reg. No.: 251512) |
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The Doctorate in Professional Studies (DProf) programme is about recognising and developing individual professionalism at the highest level.The DProf qualification is an ‘applied' alternative to traditional PhD research degree and is especially designed for senior professionals wishing to work at the cutting edge of the areas of their expertise, focusing on advanced learning that enables candidates to attain excellence in professional practice and/or achieving significant organisational impact.
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The programme is project based and candidates must be able to demonstrate how their project work will enhance the knowledge base of their organisation and/or relevant professional groups. The DProf programme is for individual who already have substantial professional experience and are working at a senior level. For admission consideration, you need to have a Masters degree and demonstrated capability to undertake major project work of a research and development nature.
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Programme Structure:
The DProf requires completion of 540 credits, consisting of two parts, and can be achieved through the following:
Part One: (180 credits at Level 4)
This involves reviewing and extending candidates' capability within a professional context:
There are four components:
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DPS 4520 ‘Review of Learning' (20 credits) |
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RAL ‘Professional Learning' - Recognition and Accreditation of Learning(RAL) at Level 4 (40 credits)
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RAL ‘R & D Project Capability' (60 credits) |
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DPS 4561 ‘Planning a Practitioner Research Programme' (60 credits)
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Part Two: (360 credits at Level 5)
This consists of one or two large-scale research and development projects.
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DPS 5360 Project (360 credits) OR
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DPS 5260 Project (260 credits) + DPS 5100 Project (100 credits) or RAL L5 claim OR
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DPS 5200 Project (200 credits) + DPS 5160 Project (160 credits) or RAL L5 claim
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Part-time
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Normal time scale: 3 – 6 years depending whether a substantial claim can be made for the RAL
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Estimated weekly study time: around twelve hours per week
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How to Apply
Please return the completed Application Form to the East Asia Work Based Learning Centre (EAWBLC) with the followings:
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A copy of your updated C.V., including as much detailed information as possible on your relevant qualifications and work experience
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Copies of academic certificates, transcripts and certificates of attendance on courses in order that we can assess your requirements more accurately
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Reference letter from your employer |
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2 photos |
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HK$150 application fee (non-refundable): payable to “East Asia Work Based Learning Centre”
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Submit a short statement of 750-1000 words which includes:
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your reasons for wanting to study for a DProf |
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your professional scope for doctoral-level project activity |
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an indication of possible project work |
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an indication of the research and development methodologies you may use
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you will normally receive acknowledge of receipt of your application within ten working days. We will then contact you to arrange an interview date.
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after interview we will inform you of the outcome of your application by letter and, if successful, discuss arrangements for you to start your doctorate studies in either February or October.
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Fees Schedule
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Programme
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Fee Range
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BA (Hons) in WBS
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HKD51,000 – HKD70,500
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MA in WBS
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HKD85,000 – HKD97,800
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Doctorate in Professional Studies
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GBP17,015 – GBP21,835
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Please note that the listed programme fees are different based on the number of credits should be accredited in the programme and will be adjusted according to university policy.
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Additional Cost
It is mandatory for you to have access to a local Higher Education Institution Library for your study and the fee charges for this provision is paid by the student in addition to the tuition fees.
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Academic Year
There are three semester within one academic year in Hong Kong :
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Semester 1 – September to December |
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Semester 2 – January to May |
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Semester 3 – June to August |
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